Jakarta (BERITAPOLITIK.ONLINE) — On Thursday (07/03/2024), the FORTUNE Indonesia Summit 2024 officially commenced at The Tribrata Darmawangsa, Jakarta, bringing together influential policymakers and business leaders in Indonesia. The summit, designed as a platform for multi-stakeholder engagement, centers around the themes of Forward Thinking, Acceleration, and Sustainability.
Winston Utomo, CEO of IDN Media, emphasized during the opening ceremony that running a business goes beyond mere profit; it should also generate positive impacts for the wider community. “The FORTUNE Indonesia Summit is a business conference involving the future leaders of Indonesia. With the overarching themes of Forward Thinking, Acceleration, and Sustainability, we aim for this event to provide crucial insights for a more advanced and sustainably impactful business ecosystem in Indonesia,” stated Winston.
The first panel discussion of the FORTUNE Indonesia Summit 2024, titled “The Evolution of Technology: Where Humans Collaborate with Machines,” delved into the advancements in technology that affect various aspects of life and how to optimize the efficiency and innovations resulting from these changes.
Featuring Irfan Setiaputra, President & CEO of PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk, and Herman Widjaja, Chief Technology Officer of Tokopedia, the discussion highlighted the need for adapting technology to meet passenger needs in the aviation industry. Irfan emphasized the importance of responsive services to ensure passenger comfort, including providing in-flight WiFi and entertainment.
Herman stressed the significance of problem identification to enhance customer service through the use of data science. “Accurately identifying issues is a key step in the innovation process. We also understand the importance of inter-city delivery services in ensuring an excellent shopping experience for our customers. By using data intelligently, we are committed to supporting better economic growth for the community,” remarked Herman.
The FORTUNE Indonesia Summit 2024 continued with an insightful discussion on artificial intelligence (AI), featuring Roy Kosasih, President Director of IBM Indonesia, and Suroso Isnandar, Director of Risk Management at PT PLN (Persero). The session, titled “Leveraging Technology and AI for Strategic Business Decision-Making,” focused on how companies can use technology and data for more accurate and efficient decision-making in the face of complex challenges.
Roy emphasized the importance of applying technology and artificial intelligence in the context of corporate development, showcasing IBM Indonesia’s implementation to support strategic decision-making. “We have witnessed how technology and AI not only enhance operational efficiency but also provide profound insights for wiser and more targeted decision-making,” stated Roy.
The application of technology and AI also emerged as a key solution for addressing complex challenges in the energy industry. “We have utilized technology to monitor our distribution network more accurately, analyze energy consumption data, and forecast future energy needs,” said Isnandar.
This approach allows PLN to make more accurate and efficient decisions in managing critical energy infrastructure. The FORTUNE Indonesia Summit 2024 then proceeded with a joint discussion featuring Executive Chairman of IBM Indonesia Omar Anwar, Director of PT Bank Central Asia Tbk Haryanto T. Budiman, and CEO of PT Mowilex Indonesia Niko Safavi.
Under the theme “ESG: An Urgent Call to Action,” the speakers shared their perspectives on how companies can strengthen their commitments to environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and good governance to create a positive impact on society and the environment.
Haryanto emphasized that companies have a significant responsibility to create a positive impact on the community and the surrounding environment. “We have taken tangible steps to strengthen our commitment to ESG. We actively integrate ESG practices into all aspects of our operations, from environmental risk management to supporting sustainable social initiatives,” stated Haryanto.
With this approach, BCA aims not only to achieve business success but also to become a sustainable agent of change in society. The inspiring discussions at the FORTUNE Indonesia Summit 2024 were followed by the Awarding Session for FORTUNE Indonesia 40 Under 40, Businessperson of The Year, and Change The World.
For more information about the FORTUNE Indonesia Summit 2024, visit the website fortunesummit.fortuneidn.com or the official Instagram account @fortune.idn.
